Description
A soft and tender single-layer carrot cake packed with freshly grated carrots, warm cinnamon, and topped with rich cream cheese frosting. Simple, moist, and perfect for any cozy occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in the finely grated carrots and chopped walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fully combined and fluffy.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
- Slice and serve.
Notes
- Use freshly grated carrots for the best moisture and texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
- Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: super moist carrot cake, one layer carrot cake, easy carrot cake, homemade carrot cake, cream cheese frosting cake